Challenges System Overview
Learn how challenges work on Train.Coach and how they can help you achieve your fitness goals
What Are Challenges?
Challenges on Train.Coach are goal-based programs designed to help you stay consistent, motivated, and track your progress over time. Think of them as structured accountability systems that combine daily tasks, progress tracking, and community support.
For Athletes
- Daily/weekly task completion
- Progress tracking and streaks
- Community motivation
- Structured goal achievement
For Coaches
- Create engaging programs
- Track client progress
- Build community engagement
- Monetize expertise
Challenge Types & Timeline Options
Fixed Timeline Challenges
These challenges run on a specific calendar schedule where all participants start and end at the same time.
Example: "August Fitness Challenge" - Everyone starts August 1st and ends August 31st
Rolling Timeline Challenges
These challenges start when you join and run for a specific duration from your start date.
Example: "7-Day Hydration Challenge" - Your challenge starts the day you join and runs for 7 days
Key Features
Task Management
Complete daily or weekly tasks with various input types: checkboxes, video uploads, text responses, and more.
Progress Tracking
Visual progress bars, streak counters, and completion statistics to keep you motivated.
Community
See how other participants are doing and stay motivated through group participation.
Achievement System
Earn badges, track streaks, and celebrate milestones as you progress through challenges.
How to Join Challenges
Step-by-Step Process
- Browse Challenges: Visit the Challenges page to see available programs
- Choose Your Challenge: Read descriptions, check requirements, and select one that fits your goals
- Join or Purchase: Free challenges can be joined immediately; premium challenges require purchase
- Start Participating: Begin completing daily tasks and tracking your progress
Tracking Your Progress
Once you've joined a challenge, you can track your progress through the dedicated progress tracking page. This gives you a comprehensive view of your performance and helps maintain motivation.
Daily Tasks
Mark tasks complete each day
Streaks
Track consecutive completion days
Progress Bars
Visual completion indicators
Reset Policies
Different challenges may have different reset policies that determine how your progress is handled over time. Understanding these helps you choose the right challenge for your needs.
No Reset
Progress is cumulative and never resets. Perfect for long-term goal tracking.
Soft Reset
Progress resets on fixed intervals (e.g., weekly) while preserving history. Great for recurring programs.
Hard Reset
Missing required tasks triggers a complete progress reset. Ideal for strict accountability.
Rolling Reset
Inactivity for a specified period triggers a reset. Good for maintaining engagement.
Premium Challenges
Premium challenges offer enhanced content, exclusive features, and often include personalized coaching elements. These are created by expert coaches and may include additional resources like video feedback, personalized check-ins, or advanced analytics.
Premium Features May Include:
- Personalized feedback and coaching
- Exclusive video content and demonstrations
- Advanced progress analytics and insights
- Direct communication with challenge creators
- Additional resources and materials
- Priority support and assistance